The Gunners go to the Nou Camp tonight, faced with the seemingly impossible task of overturning a 2-0 first leg deficit against the Spanish giants to reach the quarter-finals.

And while he admits Arsenal have a quality squad, Alves has revealed that his side were happy to draw the Premier League side because of their lack of character.

"When the draw was made, we knew it could have been tougher for us," said the Brazilian defender.

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“When the draw was made, we knew it could have been tougher for us.”

Dani Alves

"That is no reflection on the quality of Arsenal. The quality of the way they play the game and the quality of some of their players is there for all to see.

"It is a reflection on their experience, character, and mental strengths. There are teams in Europe that don't have the quality that Arsenal have, but you would rather avoid them and play Arsenal - because you know that those teams have experience and character."

But Alves insists Barcelona will not be complacent, adding: "We do have strength, and not one player is thinking the tie with Arsenal is over.